Daytime Team Member

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Pay transparency: earn between $13.25 and $13.75 plus digital tips.

Potbelly Sandwich Shop is looking for friendly and outgoing people who enjoy working in a fast-paced, friendly environment. What started as a small antique store in 1977 has become a nationally recognized neighborhood sandwich shop with over 400 locations across the United States. We pride ourselves on our vibrant team culture.

Looking for work that fits your daytime schedule? We are hiring Potbelly Team Members specifically for day shifts between 8am-4pm. You don’t need to be available the entire time, but you must have availability within this window.

A Potbelly Associate’s job is to help customers enjoy lunch again. As the primary point of customer contact, they are required to provide excellent experience by delivering fast, friendly, efficient service and a quality consistent product in a clean, inviting environment.

• Competitive pay!
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Domestic Partnership Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• FSA and HSA with Employer Contribution
• Commuter Benefit Program
• Retirement Savings 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Discount Program
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Career growth opportunities
• If hired, you must meet and maintain all eligibility requirements to qualify.

• You want to delight customers with great food and good vibes.
• You are friendly and customer service oriented.
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• You can handle the heat of the kitchen – knife skills are a plus.
• You love working in a fast-paced environment.
• You’re a team player.
• You enjoy higher levels of noise from music, customer and employee traffic.
• You can manage potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish.
• You're able to stand/walk a minimum of 3 hours as needed.
• You are at least 16 years of age.
• You’re able to lift up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Illinois applicants – all IL employees are required to become food safety certified within 30 days of employment.

• Work multiple stations (load, dress, shakes, cash, prep, front) as directed by a Shift Leader or Manager.
• Comply with health and safety standards for food, cleanliness and safety.
• Restock food line, chips and cooler.
• Prepare quality finished products (sandwiches, salads, soups, cookies, ice cream, etc.) efficiently.
• If 18 or older, use the automatic slicer to prep food items.
• Clean tables, counters, floors, bathrooms, kitchen and utensils; take out trash.
• Operate cash register: handle, balance and follow all cash handling procedures.
• Effectively handle customer complaints/issues.
• Takes delivery/catering/pickup orders over the phone.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Potbelly cannot make guarantees about tip earnings.

Entry level

Part-time

Management and Manufacturing

Restaurants

Applications must be submitted by [1/26/2026] to be considered for this position.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. Each applicant will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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